Dan Rockafello
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic master beige tile beige floor and porcelain tile drop-in bathtub remodel with a vessel sink, blue cabinets, shaker cabinets, beige walls and a hinged shower door

Exterior Painting: We used Sherwin Williams Garden Sage paint for the siding color on this two story house for an updated look.
Large elegant green two-story exterior home photo in Raleigh

Exterior Painting - Wow! What a transformation from old to new. We used Sherwin Williams Duration satin exterior paint on this home for a long-lasting finish.

The shape of the angled porch-roof, sets the tone for a truly modern entryway. This protective covering makes a dramatic statement, as it hovers over the front door. The blue-stone terrace conveys even more interest, as it gradually moves upward, morphing into steps, until it reaches the porch. Porch Detail The multicolored tan stone, used for the risers and retaining walls, is proportionally carried around the base of the house. Horizontal sustainable-fiber cement board replaces the original vertical wood siding, and widens the appearance of the facade. The color scheme — blue-grey siding, cherry-wood door and roof underside, and varied shades of tan and blue stone — is complimented by the crisp-contrasting black accents of the thin-round metal columns, railing, window sashes, and the roof fascia board and gutters. This project is a stunning example of an exterior, that is both asymmetrical and symmetrical. Prior to the renovation, the house had a bland 1970s exterior. Now, it is interesting, unique, and inviting. Photography Credit: Tom Holdsworth Photography Contractor: Owings Brothers Contracting

Let's look closer at the oak tree canopy. Its small, leathery leaves are tough to ignite. The density not only protects the home from flying embers, it provides complete privacy and an abundance of energy-saving shade. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

Patio - contemporary concrete patio idea in Grand Rapids with a roof extension

Landscape/exterior design - Molly Wood Garden Design Photo - Lane Dittoe
Patio - coastal patio idea in Orange County

Paul Dyer
Large classic front porch idea in San Francisco with decking and a roof extension

Hoi Ning Wong
Photo of a traditional full sun formal garden in San Francisco.

Photo: Whitney Lyons © 2014 Houzz
Example of a classic entryway design in Portland

This sunroom faces into a private outdoor courtyard. With the use of oversized, double-pivoting doors, the inside and outside spaces are seamlessly connected. In the cooler months, the room is a warm enclosed space bathed in sunlight and surrounded by plants. Aaron Leitz Photography

Large contemporary white two-story stone gable roof idea in Dallas with a metal roof

Exterior Painting: The cedar siding is the focal point on this two story house with tuck under garage. Gray exterior paint and white trim compliment the brick ledge very nicely.

Exterior Painting - The beautiful pillars of this car port really stand out nicely with this Sherwin Williams SuperPaint Bright White Gloss Sheen. The body of the house is painted with Sherwin Williams SuperPaint Foggy Day Flat Sheen.

Alcove shower - transitional beige tile alcove shower idea in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and beige walls

Travis Wayne Baker
Example of a cottage light wood floor kitchen design in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Example of a mid-sized cottage backyard concrete paver patio kitchen design in Nashville with a roof extension

Exterior Painting: Here's another back view of the house. Doesn't that Bright White Super Paint on the trim stand out nicely against the Nuthatch brown of the stucco?

One consideration, of course, is avoiding toxic chemicals in your plant care. “Earth-friendly lawn and plant care is very possible,” says Dave Stockwell of Deck and Ptio. “It not necessary to go for a fast kill of plant disease and pests. Besides, you might also hurt helpful organisms in the process. Not to mention that toxic chemicals in large amounts are also dangerous to pets and children. A more organic approach is a much healthier way to control them — and protect butterflies and other pollinators in the process while you’re at it.”